Exploring Byzantine Monuments in Ravenna

Exploring Byzantine Monuments in Ravenna

Overview of the city of Ravenna and its historical importance

Ravenna: A significant city in the early Byzantine period

What do you already know about the Byzantine monuments in Ravenna?

Identification and significance of major Byzantine monuments in Ravenna

Map of Ravenna highlighting principal monuments from the 5th and 6th centuries

Architectural and artistic characteristics of the monuments from the 5th and 6th centuries

Basilicas, mausoleums, and baptisteries reflecting Byzantine heritage

CITTA' DI RAVENNA

This text presents a map of Ravenna, highlighting its principal monuments from the 5th and 6th centuries, including significant basilicas, mausoleums, and baptisteries that reflect the city's rich Byzantine heritage.

Learning Goals

• Identify major Byzantine monuments in Ravenna
• Understand historical significance of Ravenna
• Describe architectural and artistic features of the monuments

Main Topics

• Overview of Ravenna
• Identification of major monuments
• Architectural and artistic characteristics

Definition List

• Basilica: a large, important church building
• Mausoleum: a monumental tomb or burial chamber
• Battistero: where baptisms are performed
• Chiesa: Italian word for church
• Palazzo: Italian term for a grand building or mansion

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